Category: Battling the Smog

Across India’s bustling cities and rural landscapes, a disturbing sight prevails – the billowing smoke from open waste burning. This seemingly mundane act carries a heavy burden, spewing toxic pollutants into the air, endangering public health, and choking the environment. The Problem: Open waste burning, often resorted to by individuals and communities due to inadequate…

India’s rapid urbanization and development have come at a hidden cost – a choking cloud of dust pollution. This invisible enemy infiltrates our homes, lungs, and very way of life, posing a serious threat to public health and the environment. The Problem: Dust pollution encompasses a range of airborne particles, from fine PM2.5 to larger,…

India’s industrial sector has been a driving force behind economic growth, powering progress and prosperity. However, the flip side of this progress comes in the form of rampant industrial emissions, casting a dark shadow on public health and environmental well-being. The Problem: Factories and industrial facilities release a cocktail of harmful pollutants into the air,…

India’s rapid economic growth has come at the cost of a significant rise in vehicular emissions, posing a serious threat to public health and the environment. As these emissions continue to soar, urgent action is needed to curb their impact and pave the way for cleaner air. The Problem: Vehicles, particularly diesel-powered ones, are major…

Stubble burning, the practice of setting fire to leftover crop residue after harvest, is a major contributor to air pollution in northern India, particularly in the states of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. While it may appear to be a quick and cheap way to clear fields for the next sowing season, the consequences…

Delhi, the bustling capital of India, is home to over 20 million people. Unfortunately, it also holds the dubious distinction of being one of the most polluted cities in the world. This air pollution poses a significant threat to the health and well-being of its residents, causing respiratory illnesses, heart disease, and even cancer. WHO…